I support the notion that authenticity is truthfulness. Also that humans are radically free. But I would add that "bad faith" applies also in our relationship to our own self. And that Freud has something to say about the supposed centrality of consciousness.

I support the notion that authenticity is truthfulness. Also that humans are radically free. But I would add that "bad faith" applies also in our relationship to our own self. And that Freud has something to say about the supposed centrality of consciousness.

Not the easiest post to which to reply...

Existentialism doesn't require theism. One can live without it.

Consciousness is probably good. Otherwise we wouldn't be discussing anything.

Freedom is probably good. Otherwise we would be some pride clowder or tribe dominated by the biggest and baddest.

"Bad faith" seems mostly like religion and theism, and we could do without either.

Authenticity is just being what you are. Snails are "authentic".

And Freud was just sort of "penis" oriented except when he (or someone) said "sometimes a cigar is just a cigar".